I'm 48 now and not on the street. I spent nine year's homeless altogether. Something like this would of been heaven. Your doing great work mate, thanks.

Thank you for your thoughtfulness. This is incredibly kind of you. ~From a formerly homeless couple who worked hard to get our place and stayed sober. "Humans don't submit to fate, we shape it"

You are a very sweet man who cares enough about the horrible problem of homelessness. God bless you 🙏✝️

Another option is that as a "bug-out" shelter, you could pile leaves and other forest debris on it for camoflage and insulation.

Wow! Spent over 7 years on the streets/outside. Great idea. May the Lord bless your work...

Perfect for a prayer closet or a mancave. Thanks for sharing this idea.

Not thinking of himself,but others less fortunate !!! That tells me that , YOU HAVE A GREAT HEART, A FEEL VERY HUMBLE TO YOUR SELF!!!, ALL THE WAY FROM BONNIE SCOTLAND, BLESS YOU, JEEP SHARING THE LOVE,!!! MY RESPECT STEVIE 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿👍

Mental illness and addiction is a big problem in America and everywhere today . This is a great idea and will save lives . All a homeless person wants is a warm place where they can sleep and be alone . Great idea .Dan from Canada out .

That lightbulb in the paint can doubling as a heater was a good idea 👍

Years ago a fella I know developed something similar -- an emergency box folded out of 2-layer coroplast. He promoted the concept equipped with blankets and other dry bug out things, and it folded out into a pvc-covered pram-style flat bottom boat you could pull behind you and keep some things dry. It folded out long enough to sleep in as a dry shelter. I liked it because of no seams to leak, and his 3d spatial reasoning skill for the folding ;) His idea was to unload a stack of them at a time, already stocked as kits.

You my friend are the definition of what it is to be human. You show humanity to your fellow human beings. God bless

You have an incredibly relaxing voice. Thanks for making these great videos!

Your Amazing no matter what anyone has thoughts on what you do for others. You Brother are Amazing and needed at this time. Many blessings and love to you.🥰💓🙏🏻

Wow, 5 years its been out there?i love that you used recycled materials where possible, made the nice changes... I also love the paint can heating lamp and the dehumidifier! Very cool!

I'm actually homeless in durango colorado... We have a camping ground for the homeless community. I'm gonna see if they'd be interested in using this design. Wonderful workmanship

Great idea... But maybe painting the white stuff black would lend: 1. More stealth 2. Warmth 3. More privacy when person is inside at night with a light on. Hence making it safer as well. Just some food for thought. 🤷👍🥰😍🙌

it's heartening isn't it to see someone taking the time

You are simply amazing, Paul! What a lovely micro house!

This is why I love youtube ...sharing information, skills, ideas and know how, I take inspiration where ever I can get it. Well done, keep up the good work !!

Refreshing to see a solution instead of questions and complaints... good job!

Paul, Sir you are brilliant. What a great idea! This will help many with simple shelter. A good night sleep is a game changer for many. Good job

Kudos 2 U & your imagination, both lateral and vertical & your empath's heart .

This has probably already been said somewhere in the comments. This is a great idea from a man with a kind heart, however governments do not want to make the life of the homeless comfortable. If anything the goal is to make it as hellish as possible.

What a sweet and human attempt to solve the problem, or at least to help a few folks out!👏

I suffered from depressions in my youth and often dreamed of having a small place like this to escape to for some days or weeks. I hope some church organisations will pick up on your idea(s).

It's always a pleasure to see a new vid from you, Paul.

interesting idea paul, we in scotland have a very wet climate , i wonder if it be possible to make this waterproof , also not many campaign signs made of coreplast here, shame as love cycling and be cool to have a mini camper like this , i love it . ive used the 100w bub trick in a can for a heater for years, using a fire glow bulb makes a warm red glow :)

This guy just loves all the praise it gets him, no homeless person will ever live in I guarantee it.

Thanks for the reminder that there are good people out there, was needing it today

Paul Eckins..GREAT IDEA!! ANOTHER 5 Thumbs UP!! 👍👍👍👍👍 You have Real TALENT & INSIGHT!!! Very INSPIRATIONAL!!

Nice job on the upgrades, I made one based on the older design for my boys to use as a fort and they love it. Thanks for the idea!!!

Why is it that governments aren’t interested? Huge homeless population. I do believe people that have pets that live on the streets would be thrilled to own something like this! You AMAZE me!!

Your intention and consideration is lovely. What sweetheart.

What a wonderful, kind man.

Love the porch! Fantastic addition! Awesome tin can heater lamp, and charcoal dehumidifier. 👍👍

Great Job Paul, simple and straightforward - and costs a hell of a less than spikes on every surface.

You'd make millions selling that concept to San Fransisco.

I squatted in a cargo conainer up North for 3 years, and this would have been great for inside Snowbunker, as the door was warped and wouldnt close completely. In the summer, i had Vermont mosquitoes, and in the winter i had 'possums wanting to hibernate, and an ermine even stopped by for some soup. I used molten candlewax and newspaper in a steel can as a stove. Anyway, yes, this would have been helpful.

What a kind and innovative person you are. Keep it up, this is a wonderful idea.

Just a fantastic thing you’re doing! Thank you very much.

I'd prefer this shelter to a bed in a homeless shelter, even in winter. We've done some winter camping and as long as you have the right gear and take precautions it's fine. We use fleece to insulate our foam pads from the ground and we also use fleece liners in our sleeping bags so you don't feel the cold through the zipper. It's better than a colder rates sleeping bag.

I'm new, this morning, NEW! I am obsessed with your videos....I look forward to the next rainy day here....I plan to veg out to your channel! many blessings ♡

That's another great project, Paul!

This is ingenious. I can't stop watching these videos.

Nice build Paul! Always looking forward to your new videos.

A excellent example of helping out those whom need it most! A great veiw thanks!👍✌

Love how your brain works. Keep the creativity coming!

if more people thought like this man the world would be a much better place. it doesn't take a lot to think of and act positively towards others.

Clever design and extremely practical. God bless you.

I should have left for work about an hour ago, but then I found your channel! You have the most relaxing voice... Keep 'em coming!

seriously, FEMA and the UN would love these emergency shelter designs

You do a wonderful service with your creativity, thank you

I needed that at one point when I stayed away from the drugs and near a church I got off the dope. appreciate guys like you. cheers.

This is basically a homemade Japanese motel. Looks great!

Good Job Paul, looks really nice.

always exciting when you have a new temporary obsession! Keep building!

Paul you make me smile. Food for though indeed!!!

I love watching your videos. You come up with some great ideas Paul. I hope to see more content in the near future.

Great IDEA! High Ingenuity and pramatic follow-thru. Thanks for sharing.

Respect for what you're doing...I also love your inspiring videos, keep it up, Paul!!! Greets from Sweden!

made my day seeing a video from you.... nice stuff dude

You’re amazing that’s a cool shelter for the homeless and God bless you

PALLETS!!!...IS VERY GOOD PAUL!!!

Love this Paul!!! You always inspire me bud!! 👊🏻 So awesome your a maker as well!! 💪🏻

Congratulations you are performing an excellent job

Very clever. Well done!

very nice Paul

Nice idea. It’d be good to see a shelter that is both light enough to carry by one person, packs down to a small size and is also quick to assemble and disassemble - yet also has solid walls unlike a tent.

I like your videos keep them coming Paul

Who with thumbs down this do you know the guy is caring and trying to help people

Very ingenious. Well done.

This guys he’s ‘nuts’. I love it. Very creative.

I love that Shelter

Another brilliant vid, I am absolutely useless at diy, of any description, would love to be able to do this, love it!

Well done sir, God bless you. Best regards from Ireland.

Brilliant. Absolutely brilliant.

love this updatte! am thinking of doing this to my van build. as a van dweller in winter, the cocoon effect will keep me super warm!

Love your videos been here watching ur awesome shelter and home videos thx for the awesome plans

Nice job. Loved you're projects man.

You’re a great carpenter !

I love your ideas

I really enjoy your videos. You are very talented and the ideas you have are just awesome.

This is a great start.

I wish you luck! You will need it!

Very cool, thanks for making the video and thinking about the issue.

Very nice invention. You're a crafty smart guy

Awesome work man. 👍

I love this invention but could you tell us a bedtime story as your voice is so soothing and calming 😌

Nice build! I would totally use one

This is amazing!

A decade ago I was working on a coroplast kayak prototype and I ordered 100 sheets of 5mm, and I was able to get them 12' long for only about $2500 including shipping. You can do a lot with that extra 4'. Making your shelters of that would make it positively roomy. Maybe even enough for 2 friendly people.

I shared your video. I have watched a few of your videos and have enjoyed. I saw a guy earlier in the news with you're same idea here. So I thought I'd give you kudos since your idea predates his by quite a few years. We need more people concerned about issues or at least willing to ponder the tough issues and imagine fixes.👏👏

Thank you for your inspiration!

Nice build! I love your videos, and your personality too! I love how innovative you are and think about living in a different way, people now a days live expensive. They want things that aren't necessary. Happy that there's still a people like you :) i admire all of your creations! Your channel worth my sub ❤

It's a great design- I can seriously see it being a Blessing to anyone who needs shelter or anyone just looking for a spot of serenity. I could also easily see this in a spoof video of urbanites setting these out in a park for the homeless like people putting out birdhouses or hummingbird feeders. "Don't feed the ducks your stale bread.... Feed the Hungry Humans instead!" Homeless does not mean helpless- a temporary emergency shelter is not the same as long term housing. ANYONE can find themselves down&out in one way or another... It's only the details that vary. Some are just more obvious and extreme than others. I've seen plenty of rich people who were destitute in all that matters most and poor people who were wealthier in honour than royalty...

Great job!

Weight is an issue with these shelters, moving them on site and then when on site, think about a solid block of polystyrene with a waterproof facing for the slab, also for the roof twin-cell polyester sheeting, like the stuff for "house for sale" signs are made of, both offer great insulation from the cold and heat, flat packing (if possible) for storage and moving is also a big advantage, just a thought, glad someone is thinking of homeless people, keep up the good work,

What a fab idea .

Nicely done

absolutely brilliant